washington ’ s small employers make up nearly
of all exporters
90 % in the state
small businesses represented of all
98 % businesses in washington state in 2013
they employed
1.3 million
51.7 % or of the state ’ s workforce
Most Smalls Among Exporting Firms , 2012 (%)
This report presents a snapshot of the state ’ s small business make up , while offering a glimpse into where we need to be in the future to remain globally competitive and a world leader in innovation . Working together with key stakeholders , AWB seeks to ensure a regulatory and tax climate that is favorable to businesses for many generations to come .
Kristofer T . Johnson President , Association of Washington Business
California |
95.9 % |
Florida |
95.4 % |
New York |
94.3 % |
Texas |
93.1 % |
New Jersey |
92.4 % |
Illinois * |
90.0 % |
Washington * |
90.0 % |
Massachusetts * |
89.6 % |
Michigan * |
89.6 % |
Ohio |
89.3 % |
* Indicates a tie |